I totally agree with this, I would need to be certain the guy would be around for a little longer than a fling before I'd take him home to meet my children

jseal, valid point and I share that concern

Lord Snow, my experiences growing up were similar to yours, it never really bothered me and most of the men, if not all, were nice to me. I can't remember any particularly horrible ones. She married a good one

citrus, it's not THAT scary Well ok, maybe it is

Oldfart, you've lost me It doesn't take much, I know, I just don't get it What questions and to whom? I haven't dated anyone new for years, did it all change?

Scotz, the lady might be put off by the wife, yep Although if the wife doesn't mind...